In what ways is this program different from related sorts of programs, such as public administration, urban studies, geography, or business administration?
Unlike urban studies or geography (or sociology, political science or other discipline-based masters degrees) the Master of Urban Planning is a professional degree, oriented toward the skills and knowledge required by professional planners. Unlike public administration or business administration, planning focuses less on day-to-day management issues and focuses more on the identification of long-term needs and strategies for achieving long-term goals. Compared to public administration, a planning curriculum provides more hands-on practice in dealing with issues related to place.
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